Discovery Sea Kayaks Blog

Category: Kayaking San Juan Island

August 6, 2023

San Juan Island attracts visitors from all over the world, and it’s no wonder why – this picturesque destination offers an array of outdoor activities and natural beauty. If you’re a nature enthusiast, this is the…

May 16, 2021

After a crazy season in 2020, we are back ready to hit the water for 2021. We are excited to be up and running and getting summer reservations. By the looks of it, everyone is ready…

December 17, 2019

Bioluminescence is the emittance of light by a living organism. Here in the San Juan Islands, one such organism makes a grand impression during the summer months. With longer warmer days, Noctiluca blooms en masse in…

June 17, 2019

Some of my best experiences guiding over the years in San Juan Island are all the encounters with killer whales. It is no secret that San Juan Island is well known for having the opportunity to…

July 24, 2018

Kayaking along the coast for San Juan Island has been bringing visitors to the islands for many years. More to the point most everyone one comes to paddle along the western shore of San Juan. The…

June 28, 2018

Our first round of Bioluminescence Kayak Tours just wrapped up and we are eagerly awaiting the next. We operate these tours exclusively during the darkest phases of the moon to make sure we get to see…

June 22, 2018

Bald eagles are a common sight for paddlers kayaking the San Juan Islands in Washington state. Nesting close to waterways, these large birds are often seen perched near nests or soaring overhead. This time of year,…

June 13, 2018

Monday was an exciting day for kayakers on the west side of San Juan island. The Discovery Sea Kayak full day kayaking tour saw an endless array of wildlife all amidst the gorgeous backdrop of the…